Toys That Develop Collaborative Learning
Sentence Building Fun for Kids
Key Education Sentence Building Game is the ultimate resource we’ve been searching for to ignite our children’s love for reading and writing! This interactive set provides a playful way to master essential skills like sentence structure, punctuation, and parts of speech using colorful, engaging materials. With 55 word cards, punctuation resources, and vivid photo cards, our kids will enjoy hours of collaborative learning, whether at home or in the classroom. 6-8 years
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Sentence Building Fun for Kids includes 55 word cards and punctuation resources, making grammar feel like a game while nurturing a love for reading and writing together.
Explore the World with a Fun Puzzle!
Melissa & Doug World Map Jumbo Jigsaw Floor Puzzle is not just a puzzle; it’s a gateway to global exploration! As we piece together this vibrant 33-piece map, we can help our little ones learn about continents and oceans while enhancing their hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. It's the perfect way to spark curiosity about the world around us, and its large size makes it a wonderful centerpiece for family playtime. 6+ years
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Explore the World with a Fun Puzzle! is a vibrant 33-piece floor puzzle that seamlessly blends playtime with geography, turning global exploration into a delightful family activity.
Cuisenaire Rods Math Learning Set
The Learning Resources Cuisenaire Rods Small Group Set is a fantastic tool for introducing kids to complex math concepts in a fun and engaging way. This 155-piece wooden set features color-coded rods that allow our children to visually explore fractions, measurements, and basic arithmetic skills. Perfect for small groups of 4-6 students, these durable rods not only encourage collaborative learning but also help boost confidence as our young learners grasp abstract mathematical ideas. 4+ years
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Cuisenaire Rods Math Learning Set includes 155 color-coded wooden rods that transform math into a hands-on adventure, making those pesky fractions feel like fun building blocks.
Engaging Number Dice Game Set
Koplow Games KOP12950 Number Dice Game Set is a fantastic addition to any classroom or playroom! This versatile set of 12 number dice, ranging from 15mm to 17mm, opens up a world of fun while reinforcing essential math skills for kids ages 4 and up. Perfect for games and educational activities, these dice not only enhance counting and number recognition but also spark creativity and strategic thinking. 4+ years
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Engaging Number Dice Game Set, with 12 versatile number dice, transforms math practice into a fun game, turning learning into interactive playtime adventures.
Magical Magnetic Fraction Circles for Learning
Learning Resources LER1616 Double-Sided Magnetic Fraction Circles offer a vibrant, hands-on approach to understanding fractions! Perfect for whiteboard demonstrations, these engaging tools help young students visualize complex fraction concepts while also introducing percentages. With nine colorful circles and an activity guide included, we can spark discussions and collaborative learning moments in our classrooms or homes. 6+ years
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Magical Magnetic Fraction Circles for Learning includes nine colorful circles that make grasping tricky fraction concepts feel like a fun, hands-on game rather than a math headache.
Engaging Learning with Sensory Play Table
Children's Factory Medium Sensory Table is the perfect addition to any homeschool setup or play area! This versatile table invites children to explore their senses through sand and water, sparking creativity and promoting interactive play. With a sturdy design and easy mobility, we can adapt it for indoor and outdoor fun, making it ideal for group activities or solo explorations. 2-6 years
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Engaging Learning with Sensory Play Table invites kids to dive into sensory adventures with sand and water, turning playtime into a fun and educational exploration.
Math Vocabulary Flash Cards for Kids
The Learning Advantage 8612 Math Vocabulary Flash Cards are an excellent tool for helping children grasp essential math terminology. By integrating these flash cards into our teaching or home learning routine, we can boost their confidence in using math language during problem-solving. With three levels of difficulty, these cards foster collaborative learning, whether in small groups, pairs, or large classroom settings. 5+ years
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Math Vocabulary Flash Cards for Kids feature three levels of difficulty, making learning math terminology a fun and engaging challenge for kids while building confidence in their skills.
Giant Magnetic Foam Ten Frames for Learning
Giant Magnetic Foam Ten Frames are an exciting way to make early math concepts come alive for young learners! As parents and educators, we've seen how these vibrant frames and magnetic counters transform abstract number ideas into tangible experiences. With the ability to demonstrate addition, subtraction, and place value in real-time on any magnetic surface, it’s like having a mini classroom right at home or in the classroom. 3-7 years
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Giant Magnetic Foam Ten Frames for Learning turn abstract math concepts into hands-on fun with colorful magnetic counters, making math a game that’s as engaging as it is educational.
Magnetic Double-Sided Dry Erase Easel
The Flipside Products 18” x 12” Magnetic Double-Sided Desktop Easel is an invaluable tool for fostering creativity and organization at home, in the classroom, or even in dorm rooms. With its bright white writing surface, this easel encourages students and kids to actively engage in note-taking, brainstorming, and even presentations. It’s compact and portable, making it easy for us to bring creativity and collaboration anywhere we go, whether it's a study session or a team meeting. All ages
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Magnetic Double-Sided Dry Erase Easel features a bright white writing surface that transforms any space into an creativity hub, making note-taking feel like an art form for kids and adults alike.
Engage with Algebra: The Quadratic Game
The Algebra Game: Quadratic Equations is a fantastic resource for making algebra come alive for our kids! Perfect for students in grades 7-12, this interactive game fosters collaborative learning and critical thinking. As we work together in small groups, we can watch our learners develop problem-solving skills while enjoying a hands-on approach to quadratic equations. Grades 7-12
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Engage with Algebra: The Quadratic Game brings quadratic equations to life through interactive group play, making math a fun, shared adventure that sparks curiosity and confidence.
Vibrant Creativity with Jumbo Colored Pencils
Colorations® Jumbo Colored Pencils are a fantastic tool for sparking creativity and enhancing fine motor skills in children. With their larger, hexagonal shape, these pencils promote easy gripping, allowing kids to express their imagination while developing coordination and artistic abilities. Perfect for both home and school, this set of 120 non-toxic pencils is not only eco-friendly but also encourages collaborative learning and self-expression in art projects. 3+ years
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Vibrant Creativity with Jumbo Colored Pencils features a large hexagonal shape that makes gripping easier, turning every art session into a delightful exploration of imagination and skill-building.
Engaging Number Paths for Young Learners
hand2mind Number Paths are the perfect blend of fun and education! Designed for students, these vibrant, color-coded number lines make counting an engaging experience. With each number path reaching up to 20 and featuring an interactive slider that clicks into place, children will enhance their counting skills and number recognition in no time. Preschool
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Engaging Number Paths for Young Learners features interactive sliders that make counting an adventure, ensuring early numeracy skills are developed through playful exploration.
Engaging Math Vocabulary Flash Cards
NewPath Learning Math Vocabulary Flash Cards are the perfect way to make math fun and engaging for our kids! With colorful double-sided cards showcasing key math terms alongside their definitions, these cards can help reinforce essential vocabulary and concepts for grades 3-5. We love that they can be used for individual review, small group work, or even on our classroom bulletin boards. Grades 3-5
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Engaging Math Vocabulary Flash Cards feature colorful double-sided designs that make mastering math terms less of a chore and more of an exciting vocabulary adventure.
Cracked Clear Easter Eggs for Learning Fun
The Fun Express Cracked Clear Easter Egg is not just a delightful seasonal decoration but also an engaging educational tool designed for kids! These unique plastic eggs offer endless opportunities for creativity and sensory exploration, perfect for promoting fine motor skills and imaginative play. Whether used in an Easter egg hunt, filled with small toys or treats, or as a hands-on art project, these eggs inspire curiosity and collaborative learning experiences in both home and classroom settings. 3+ years
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Cracked Clear Easter Eggs for Learning Fun offer endless creative possibilities for kids, turning every hunt into a delightful journey of discovery and learning together.
Engage Kids with the Telling Time Basics Kit
Hand2Mind Telling Time Basics Center Kit is the perfect gateway for young learners to master the art of telling time! This delightful activity set not only features an innovative Number Line Clock that bridges the gap between numbers and time, but it also encourages collaborative learning in small groups. As educators and parents, we know that grasping the analog clock can be a challenge for kids, but with this fun manipulative set, they can practice and see the connections between minutes and hours, building their confidence and skills with every tick-tock! 5-8 years
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Engage Kids with the Telling Time Basics Kit features an innovative Number Line Clock, making learning to tell time a fun, hands-on group experience that boosts confidence!
Creative Butterfly Craft Mirrors
The Baker Ross FE121 Butterfly Craft Mirror Kits provide a delightful hands-on experience for children as they craft their own colorful mirrors. This engaging activity not only sparks creativity but also develops fine motor skills and promotes self-expression, making it a wonderful choice for art projects, parties, and group activities. With simple assembly and customizable options, parents and educators will appreciate how these kits inspire imaginative play and collaborative learning. 4-10 years
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Creative Butterfly Craft Mirrors includes customizable options that let kids express their artistic flair while crafting something they can proudly showcase in their own space.
Big Box of Sentence Building Fun
Carson Dellosa Big Box of Sentence Building for Kids is the ultimate tool for nurturing budding writers and communicators! With 250 colorful pieces that cover sight words and phonics, this game transforms sentence construction into a playful and engaging activity. Not only does it enhance vocabulary and grammar skills, but it also fosters creativity and storytelling, all while keeping kids excited about learning. 5+ years
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Big Box of Sentence Building Fun comes with 250 colorful pieces that make learning to write and communicate feel like an exciting game of creativity and teamwork.
Excellerations Wooden Shape Puzzles
The Excellerations Wooden Shape Puzzles set sparks joy and learning for children as they dive into the world of shapes! By exploring six basic shapes—circle, square, triangle, rectangle, hexagon, and pentagon—kids engage in a hands-on experience that enhances their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The inviting natural color palette and chunky pieces are just right for little hands, making it an ideal choice for home or preschool play. 2-5 years
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Excellerations Wooden Shape Puzzles include six chunky pieces that fit perfectly in little hands, making math exploration and teamwork as fun as a playdate!
Tiny Building Blocks, Big Learning Fun
Nanoblock - Sanrio - Hello Kitty ver. 2 brings a delightful challenge that enhances fine motor skills and spatial awareness for children aged 8 and up. With 140 intricately designed pieces, this building kit not only invites creativity and imaginative play but also promotes patience and focus as kids navigate through the step-by-step instructions. 8+ years
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Tiny Building Blocks, Big Learning Fun includes 140 intricately designed pieces that transform building into a delightful lesson in patience and teamwork, resulting in a charming Hello Kitty creation.